Bangalore

Geography
With an area of 368 Square Kilometers, Bangalore's population is rapidly increasing Bangalore receives the benefit of the South west and North East monsoons, thus averaging the annual rainfall around 87 centimeters. The main languages spoken are Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Hindustani/Urdu, other languages. Early morning mist of fog occurs between October to February but mainly in December and January. Bangalore enjoys a salubrious climate all year round, with the monsoon from June to October.

Its Beauty
Bangalore is one of the most systematic cities of India, revealing a bustling metropolitan population, is the hub of business and industrial activity and enjoys a serene sophistication. The city is a popular destination for all leisure seekers, for which the mild climate of Bangalore is amply suited. Also known as the Garden City and Silicon Valley of India, Bangalore offers you more than a day or two of sight-seeing.

Its Activities
There is always something going on here; music and dance concerts both western and Indian, dramas, exhibitions, carnivals, you could go disco-hopping or pub-crawling, to the restaurants or to movies, window-shopping, or even for a round of golf.

Places Of Interest

Lakes & Parks
Bangalore have beautiful Lakes & Parks including Ulsoor Lake, a perfect getaway dotted with a picturesque island and Cubbon Park, a sprawling park spread across 300 acres, laid out by Lieutenant General Sir Mark Cubbon in 1864. The park is green and dotted with fountains, statues and flowering trees.

Vidhana Soudha
A magnificent building housing the State Legislature and Secretariat, it was conceived and executed by Kengal Hanumanthaiya, the then Chief Minister, in 1956. It is built entirely of Bangalore granite in the Neo-Dravidian style.

The Lalbagh
Started by Hyder Ali in 1760 and later completed by Tipu Sultan, this 240 acre landscape park is home to some very rare species of plants. The Glass House, inspired by the Crystal Palace in London, is the venue for the bi-annual flower shows.

Bangalore Palace
Inspired by the Windsor Castle, this palace was built in the Tudor style by a Wodeyar King in 1887.

Iskcon Temple
Built at a cost of Rs.32 crores on a sprawling 7 acre plot, atop the Hare Krishna hill, is a pious blend of modern technology and spiritual harmony. Musical Fountain:
Dance with the swinging waters at this unique attraction at the Chowdaiah Road opposite the Nehru Planetarium.

Bannerghatta National Park
Located 22 kms south amidst sylvan surroundings, this park has a crocodile farm, and a tiger and lion safari.